Rebirth in a Ruined Nation! The Life of a New Strategist Starting From Now - Chapter 100

Zetta Great War (15) – The Fourth Day – Counterattack

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Translator & Editor: Nisarah

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The snow that started falling at midnight, continued to fall until the morning to the point that the fortress was covered with a light layer of snow.

The 4th Division Commander, Boltras-sama, came up beside me, and said with a low voice, “Roa-dono, just as you’ve predicted, it’s snowing.”

“I’m relieved that my prediction was right. But the battle isn’t over yet.”

“You’re right. I’ll spread the word of your capability if I manage to survive.”

Because of this snow, The Gorber army must also realize that today would be their last chance to defeat us. They would use everything they have today.

“Roa, we’re ready,” Luzel and Frein said the moment they arrived. 

Today, I had Hogg-san return the Luzel Unit to me, so I have all 1800 members of the Roa Brigade under my command. They were all brimming with fighting spirit.

I did everything I could.

Gathered near the west gate were the Roa Brigade and the 4th Division’s knights, including the twin. The total number of soldiers near the west gate was 4000. Practically everyone that still could fight was here.

Near the east gate, there was the Lapilia Brigade and Hogg-san.

“The enemy is moving! Their entire army is heading toward us! Loderite’s army is taking a detour toward the east!”

The scout’s words made me a little nervous.

“They moved according to our prediction, “Wickharlt muttered. Then, with a playful tone, Sazabi who was next to him said, “That’s thanks to our hard work.”

“Roa, be careful.”

Near Rufa, who told me that, were a large number of soldiers kneeling toward her saying, “Please give us Goddess Waldowart’s blessing.”

The snow fell just like what the oracle that Rufa received said. This was enough for her to win the soldiers’ trust.

“May the blessing of fate be upon you.”

Although she seemed a little bewildered, Rufa properly played her role and bestowed blessings to each soldier.

As I watched her, I too prayed to the Goddess so that as many people as possible could survive. After all, my original plan wasn’t to attack with our entire army.

My original plan was to make the Lapilia Brigade draw Loderite’s army to the east gate, then we, the Roa Brigade, would deliver the decisive blow.

But at last night’s military council, the 4th Divisio’s knights refused my plan.

“Loderite will likely take the bait and if the plan goes well we can isolate Loderite in the east. Well, even if the plan fails I’m pretty sure we can still isolate Loderite since he just loves acting on his own. In the end, I believe that everything will go according to your plan, Roa-dono.”

No one objected to Boltras-sama’s words.

It was kind of amazing how well-known Loderite’s personality was. In terms of being well-known, Loderite was probably in the top five in the entire continent.

“But that means Gorber’s remaining three armies of more than 10000 soldiers would be concentrated at the west gate.”

“That is correct. That is why if the plan fails, please retreat and regroup with the Lapilia Brigade at the east gate, then return to the fortress after checking the situation.”

“Will everything go that smoothly?”

I couldn’t answer Boltras-sama’s question. This alone, I couldn’t predict.

The other day, Rays-sama told me to value my life more, but this time I had no other choice but to use this kind of reckless plan. Because if I didn’t, then we all would die. Besides, unlike before, I had many comrades that I wanted to protect, so I planned to retreat the second I judged the plan would fail.

I have no intention of risking my life here.

“…I don’t know.”

“You must be thinking that if you don’t fight, we all will die, right?”

“…yes.”

“Then, shouldn’t we, the 4th Division, also fight?”

I gasped at those words.

“No! Even if my plan fails, if the 4th Division stays in the fortress and waits until the snowfall then–”

“If your plan fails, that means we need to survive against the barrage of more than 10000 soldiers for an entire day. This is the fourth day of the battle, the soldiers are near their limit. The longer the battle goes on, the more disadvantageous it will be for us.  Even with your brigade and the Lapilia Brigade working together with us, it will be difficult to protect the fortress let alone with just the 4th Division’s remaining 2500 soldiers. Since if your plan fails we also won’t be able to protect the fortress, it will be better for us to join the battle.”

“But that will mean leaving the fortress practically empty.”

“I know.”

I looked around and it looked like all of the 4th Division’s captains agreed to Boltras-sama’s words. They all have a determined look on their face.

“Oi, Roa–”

“–Are you planning to hoard all the good parts?”

The twin joked while laughing fearlessly.

“So far, everything has gone according to your prediction. All your plans have also been successful. Thus, we the 4th Division shall trust your wisdom. No matter what the result will be, we hope to help you. Please allow us to do so.”

After saying that, Boltras-sama bowed his head and the rest of the 4th Division’s captains followed suit.

When I was at a loss as to what to do, Lapilia-sama put her hand on my shoulder.

“Roa, when this kind of thing happens, you just have to obediently accept their kindness.”

Encouraged by Lapilia-sama’s words, I answered, “Everyone, thank you.”

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Now, the time has come.

The stones and rubble that blocked the west gate have already been removed.

“Open the gate!”

At Boltras-sama’s words, the gate slowly opened.

On the other side of the land covered in pristine snow, the large Gorber army was waiting.

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T/N: I was busy with lab prep. Sorry for the delay!

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